Vision Fitness X6600HRT User manual

Owner’s
Guide
X6600HRT
COMMERCIAL ELLIPTICAL TRAINER

ongratulations on choosing a VISION FITNESS Elliptical Trainer. You’ve
taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise
program! Your Elliptical Trainer is a tremendously effective tool for
achieving your facility’s fitness goals. Regular use of your Elliptical Trainer
can improve the quality of your members’ lives in so many ways.
Here are just a few of the health benefits of aerobic exercise:
• Weight Loss
• A Healthier Heart
• Improved Muscle Tone
• Increased Daily Energy Levels
• Reduced Stress
• Help in Countering Anxiety and Depression
• An Improved Self Image
The key to reaping these benefits is to develop the exercise habit. Your
new Elliptical Trainer will be an important tool in helping your members
achieve this exercise habit. This Owner’s Guide provides you with basic
information on using this VISION FITNESS Elliptical Trainer. A more
complete knowledge of your new Elliptical Trainer will assist you in helping
your members achieve their goals.
Some kinds of service to your Elliptical Trainer should only be performed
by your VISION FITNESS retailer. Please contact your authorized
VISION FITNESS retailer should service be required. If a question or
problem arises which cannot be handled by your VISION FITNESS
retailer, please contact us:
VISION FITNESS
500 South CP Avenue
P.O. Box 280
Lake Mills, WI 53551
Ph: 1.800.335.4348
Fax: [phone]
www.visionfitness.com
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ALL MODELS X6600HRT GENERAL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 4
ASSEMBLY & MOVING . . . . . . . . . . 6
STABILIZING &
SELF-POWERED FEATURE . . . . . . . . . 7
CONTACT HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . . 8
SERVICE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . 27
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
TROUBLESHOOTING HEART RATE
MONITOR CHEST STRAP . . . . . . . . . 29
LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY . . . 30
COMMERCIAL WARRANTY . . . . . . . . 32
DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM . 34
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . 35
TARGET HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION . . . . 37
BALANCED FITNESS . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
STRETCHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
WEEKLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . . . 42
MONTHLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . 44
ALL MODELS GENERAL
Table of Contents
DISPLAY CONSOLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS . . 11
CSAFE PORTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
PROGRAM OVERVIEWS . . . . . . . . . 14
USING THE PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . 18
USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM . . . 20
USING HEART RATE TRAINING . . . . . 21
TELEMETRIC HEART RATE
CHEST STRAP, PLACEMENT . . . . . . . 22
ALL HRT PROGRAMS, ADJUSTING
TARGET HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
USING CUSTOM PROGRAMS . . . . . . 25
ENGINEERING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . 26
CONSOLE
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FRONT FOOT &
TRANSPORT WHEELS
CONSOLE
COMMERCIAL ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
VARIABLE-DUROMETER
FOOTPLATES
X6600HRT
DUAL-ACTION
HANDLEBARS
LINK ARM
PEDAL ARM
CONSOLE MAST
HANDLEBAR
ACCESSORY
TRAY

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this exercise product.
Your VISION FITNESS Elliptical Trainer is self-generating (requiring no
external power source) and must be pedaled to power-up the console.
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury
to persons:
• Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this
Owner’s Guide. Only use attachments recommended by the
manufacturer.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not remove the Elliptical Trainer sidecovers. Service should be
performed only by an authorized VISION FITNESS retailer.
• Never operate this Elliptical Trainer if it is not working properly or if it has
been damaged or immersed in water. Return the Elliptical Trainer to a
retailer for examination and repair.
• Do not use outdoors.
CHILDREN
• Keep children off of your Elliptical Trainer at all times.
• When the Elliptical Trainer is in use, young children and pets should be
kept at least 10 feet away.
WARNING!

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OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR VISION FITNESS ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
CAUTION! If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of
breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before
continuing.
• Do not wear loose clothing that might catch on any part of the Elliptical Trainer.
• Read this Owner’s Guide before operating this Elliptical Trainer.
• Drink plenty of fluids during your workout.
CLEANING
• Clean only with soap and a slightly damp cloth; never use solvents.

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GENERAL X6600HRT
ASSEMBLY
It is recommended, when possible, that an authorized VISION FITNESS
retailer assemble your Elliptical Trainer. If you have elected to assemble this
product yourself, for your safety please read and follow each of the steps
in the enclosed assembly instructions. If you have any questions regarding
any part or function of your Elliptical Trainer, contact your retailer.
CAUTION: Our Elliptical Trainers are well-built and heavy, weighing up to 310
pounds! Use care and additional help if necessary.
MOVING
Your VISION FITNESS Elliptical Trainer has a pair of transport wheels
included for ease of mobility. To move, firmly grasp the handles at the rear
of the frame, and roll on the transport wheels.

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STABILIZING THE ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
After positioning the Elliptical
Trainer in its intended location,
check its stability by attempting to
rock it side to side. Rocking or
wobbling indicates that your
Elliptical Trainer needs to be
leveled. Determine which leveler is
not resting completely on the floor.
Loosen the nut at the base of the
leveler to allow the leveler to
rotate. Now rotate the leveler to
the left or right until the Elliptical
Trainer is stable. Lock the
adjustment by tightening the nut
against the rear foot support.
SELF-POWERED FEATURE
The X6600HRT is self-powered, requiring no external power source.
When a user strides at a speed above 20 revolutions per minute (RPM),
the power is generated to allow the Elliptical Trainer to function properly.
Because of this self-generating feature, the console feedback will fade
away when you cease pedaling. The console does, however, use a 9-volt
battery as backup to save your feedback information for 30 seconds from
the time you stopped striding. If you resume striding within the 30 seconds,
the information will reappear. If the information does not appear within the
30 seconds, your battery may need to be plugged in or replaced.

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CONTACT HEART RATE
HAND PULSE HEART RATE SENSORS
The Contact Hand Pulse Sensors are included on this product to monitor
your heart rate. To use, grasp both of the sensors with a comfortable grip
during your workout. The console will display your heart rate. Although
your signal will be displayed immediately, it may take the system a few
seconds to zero in on your actual heart rate.

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DISPLAY CONSOLE
DISPLAY CONSOLE OVERVIEW
The computerized display allows the user to select a workout that meets
their desired fitness goals. It also allows the user to monitor the progress
and feedback of each workout so they can track improvements in overall
fitness over time.
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DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS
A. START/HOLD TO RESET
Press the START key to begin a MANUAL workout immediately without
having to set individual information. When the program begins, you
have the ability to adjust resistance levels with the ARROW buttons.
Feedback information will be calculated using default settings.
PAUSE: If you need to PAUSE your program during a workout, pressing
the START button will PAUSE your program for 30 seconds. Pressing
START will return you to your workout.
RESET: If you need to RESET the console during your workout, you can
do so by holding down the START button for three seconds or until the
display resets.
B. ENTER/HOLD TO SCAN
This button is used after entering each piece of information in setup
such as age, weight, or level.
SCAN: When exercising in a program, pressing the ENTER button will
allow you to SCAN the heart rate display views. If you hold down the
ENTER button for three seconds during your workout, the SCAN
function will automatically alternate heart rate display views.
C. ARROW BUTTONS
These buttons are used to change values in setup mode prior to your workout.
During your workout, they are used to change workout levels. In HRT®
programs, they are used to change your target heart rate.
D. PROGRAM BUTTONS
These buttons provide quick access to your favorite workouts. There is
no need to scroll through the programs to find the one you want.
Simply press the program button and begin user setup.

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DISPLAY CONSOLE DESCRIPTIONS (continued)
E. PROFILE DISPLAY
This window provides a dot matrix profile of the workout segments
you are about to complete, as well as the ones you have already
completed, and the level of resistance for each segment.
F. MESSAGE/FEEDBACK WINDOWS
These windows provide step-by-step instructions in the setup mode,
instructions, feedback and motivational messages during your workout.
FEEDBACK:
During your workout, these windows display exercise feedback about
your workout, including:
TIME: the time elapsed or the time remaining in your workout.
SPEED: the speed in miles or kilometers per hour.
DISTANCE: the total distance traveled in miles or kilometers since
the start of your workout.
RPM: the stride rate or Revolutions Per Minute (RPM).
WATTS: a measurement of workload; one watt is equal to six
kilogram-meters per minute.
CALORIES: an estimate of calories burned since the beginning of
the workout.
LEVEL: the current resistance level of your workout.
METS: a measurement of oxygen consumption; one MET equals
the approximate amount of oxygen consumed per minute by a
person at rest.
NOTE: At the end of your workout, the totals will be displayed as
averages of your total workout time. The only exceptions are
distance and calories, which are program totals.
G. HEART RATE/HRT FEEDBACK WINDOW
This window provides feedback on your current heart rate and the
percent of your predicted maximum heart rate (% heart rate). It also
includes your target heart rate when using one of the HRT®programs
on the
600HRT products.

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CSAFE PORTS
Two CSAFE ports allow your VISION FITNESS Elliptical Trainer to be
connected to various networks or entertainment systems.
• CSAFE: This feature enables the console to upload user workout
statistics to a network database such as Fitlinxx®.
• CARDIO: This feature allows the console to power a third-party
receiver for entertainment systems such as Cardio Theater®.
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Make sure a 9-volt battery is plugged into the console for backup memory.

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WEIGHT LOSS is a program designed to target
your stored body fat. This program is generally
used at a slightly lower resistance level but
runs for longer durations than other programs.
CONSTANT WATTS is a program that lets you
exercise at a set work level. As you increase
your stride rate (your RPM), your resistance
will decrease; as you decrease your stride
rate, your resistance will increase.
THE 600HRT SERIES PROGRAMS
PROGRAM OVERVIEWS
MANUAL is a user-controlled program in which
the resistance remains at a set level unless you
decide to change it.
INTERVAL is an efficient workout that
strengthens your cardiovascular system by
alternating work intervals and recovery
intervals. Be sure to challenge yourself with
intense work intervals.
SPRINT 8 is an anaerobically-based interval
program. It is effective in recruiting fast twitch
muscle fibers and improving athletic
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HRT CARDIO is a high-intensity program that keeps you at the upper range
of your predicted maximum heart rate and promotes cardiovascular
endurance and maximum calorie burning. The user must grasp the hand
pulse sensors or wear a telemetric heart rate chest strap during use. The
program will automatically adjust resistance to keep you at 80% of your
predicted maximum heart rate.
HRT WEIGHT LOSS is a lower intensity workout that will help your body burn
a higher percentage of calories from your body’s fat reserves. The user
must grasp the hand pulse sensors or wear a telemetric heart rate chest
strap during use. The program will automatically adjust resistance to keep
you at 65% of your predicted maximum heart rate.
HRT INTERVAL alternates between effort intervals of 80% and 70% of your
predicted maximum heart rate. This program is designed to increase your
cardiovascular fitness capacity. The user must grasp the hand pulse
sensors or wear a telemetric heart rate chest strap during use.
HRT HILL increases your intensity level from 60% to 70% to 80% of your
predicted maximum heart rate to promote cardiovascular strength and
endurance. The user must grasp the hand pulse sensors or wear a
telemetric heart rate chest strap during use.

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CUSTOM allows you to preset up to five workout profiles by setting the
workload of each segment in the program. You have the ability to save or
change the workouts whenever you wish.